Question
Compare and contrast the assessment features of Measles and Kawasaki’s Disease. (100%)
Answer
FACEM SAQ Exam 2008.1 – Question 3
- The overall pass rate for this question was 42/62 (67.7%).
- Pass Criteria
- This question was described by the examiners as a highly discriminative question.
- Good answers emphasised the differentiating diagnostic criteria for both the conditions in their comparison. Some answers showed very good knowledge.
- Features of unsuccessful answers
- Poor answers failed to compare/contrast or showed no knowledge of the criteria for diagnosis of Kawasaki’s Disease in particular.
ACEM Fellowship Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
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